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10. April 2010 01:24
Mobile phone operator 3 has announced plans this week to launch an in-car WiFi system.
The technology was revealed at The Gadget Show on Wednesday and is mainly aimed at mobile workers who need to check messages and e-mails on the way to important meetings. The system is also set up to cover the whole car so more than one user can use it at one time.
The in-car system works by using a 3G network connection which is then ran through a MiFi wireless modem and 3 stress this technology is only to be used by passengers. A kit consists of a MiFi, mains charger, car charger and windscreen holder and is thought to retail at around £60.
“We’re always looking at new products and services that connect our customers in more place both at home and on the move and In Car Wi-Fi does this," said 3's David Kerrigan.
"Our research suggests that over 25% of the population are interested in having the internet in their cars, with families and travelling work colleagues showing the most interest. Mobile workers can check traffic information and email on route to a meeting and kids can social network or download tracks to an iPod Touch while on a road trip.”
A launch date has not yet been revealed but the new technology definitely means long, boring car journeys are soon to be a thing of the past.
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